Overview
Isodon inflexus is a plant with a herbaceous perennial habit in the genus Isodon, part of the Lamiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Isodon inflexus grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include border and woodland garden.
About
Isodon inflexus is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Lamiaceae family, notable for its deciduous foliage. It thrives in full sun or partial shade, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for borders and woodland gardens. Interest in this plant is primarily during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Isodon
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H4
Plant details
Isodon inflexus size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Herbaceous perennial
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Border, Woodland garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Isodon inflexus
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Average
- Disease resistance
- Average
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Isodon inflexus?
Isodon inflexus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Isodon inflexus need?
Isodon inflexus grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Isodon inflexus hardy in the UK?
Isodon inflexus has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through an average UK winter, tolerating -10 to -5°C.
How do I propagate Isodon inflexus?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
